Nevadans invited to create 10K ornaments for US Capitol Christmas tree

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest is looking on Nevadans to participate in crafting 10,000 handmade ornaments for the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree and smaller companion bushes.

“For the first time, The People’s Tree will be harvested here in Nevada, decorated by Nevadans and transported to our nation’s capital for the holiday season,” Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest wrote in a submit on Fb.

The theme for this 12 months’s tree is Starry Skies to Neon Lights—Spirit of the Silver State.

Advised interpretations for the themes embrace the distinction between Nevada’s desert night time skies and its vibrant metropolis lights, iconic places reminiscent of Lake Tahoe and Crimson Rock Canyon, and symbols of conservation like Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl.

The Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest is inviting people and teams throughout Nevada to take part in a singular alternative—creating ornaments for the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. (Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest) The theme for this 12 months’s tree is Starry Skies to Neon Lights—Spirit of the Silver State, which highlights the wonder, historical past, and tradition of Nevada. (Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest) All ornaments should be constituted of pure, recyclable, or repurposed supplies. (Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest)

A complete of three,500 giant out of doors ornaments, measuring between 9 and twelve inches, are wanted to resist wind, rain, and snow. Moreover, 6,500 smaller ornaments, starting from 4 to 10 inches in measurement, can be used to brighten indoor bushes and don’t must be weatherproof. 

All ornaments should be constituted of pure, recyclable, or repurposed supplies. Sharp objects, business logos, and divisive or offensive imagery will not be allowed. Ornaments can’t be returned as soon as submitted.

The deadline to submit ornaments is Sept. 15, 2025. Submissions may be dropped off at any Humboldt-Toiyabe Nationwide Forest workplace or mailed to: 1536 South Carson StreetCarson Metropolis, Nevada 89701

Along with ornaments, the Forest Service can be accepting donations of surplus crafting, stitching, and recyclable supplies to help ornament-making occasions throughout the state.